What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Therapy Assistant - Home Health position at AccessHealth?
Role Overview
This position provides prescribed occupational therapy treatments under supervision, supporting diverse patient populations including geriatric, orthopedic, neurologic, pediatric, and neonatal cases. Responsibilities include conducting home environmental assessments, assisting with rehab care plan development, and participating in treatment delivery. The role involves minimal supervision and may include mentoring and staff training on technical skills.
Qualifications & Skills
This position provides prescribed occupational therapy treatments under supervision, supporting diverse patient populations including geriatric, orthopedic, neurologic, pediatric, and neonatal cases. Responsibilities include conducting home environmental assessments, assisting with rehab care plan development, and participating in treatment delivery. The role involves minimal supervision and may include mentoring and staff training on technical skills.
Qualifications & Skills
- High School diploma or GED required; associate's/technical degree in occupational therapy preferred.
- At least one year of occupational therapy or rehabilitative services experience preferred.
- Valid Occupational Therapy Assistant licensure in applicable states.
- CPR/BLS certification and a valid driver's license are required.
- Implement treatment plans and select modalities to achieve patient goals.
- Assist patients with mobility, dressing, toileting, and safety during transfers.
- Support inpatient and outpatient schedules, report delays.
- Maintain equipment and supplies.
- Perform related duties as assigned.